Teach your children life skills through golf

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(NC)—It's never too early to start learning – particularly when the subject is golf. In a move designed to get more kids involved in the game at an earlier age, Callaway Golf has signed on to be the title sponsor of the newly-named Callaway Golf for Kids program.

The Ontario-wide program gives children the opportunity to learn golf in a school or community-centre setting using three main program elements sure to leave an impression with the little ones: the playful troupe of Mr. Knickers & Friends; the Learn to Swing module; and a Community Recreation program.

“Callaway Golf for Kids gives children a chance to learn that golf can be an exciting sport to play at any age, and allows them to learn sporting values they can carry throughout their lives,” says Barry Wallis, Callaway Golf Canada on-staff professional.

Callaway Golf for Kids gives kids the opportunity to learn what the game of golf has to offer on and off the course, including how playing golf can help develop character through understanding the subtleties of the game.

Ultimately, Callaway Golf for Kids is dedicated to fostering strong communicates through the inherent values and life skills which form the core of golf.

Program Elements

Mr. Knickers & Friends is a unique interactive presentation tailored to children in elementary school. It is designed as a first exposure to golf using child-friendly equipment, including oversized plastic clubs and tennis balls. In this module, students learn the fun side of golf, with an emphasis on safety and sportsmanship.

The Learn to Swing module enables students to get a true feel for the game. In this module, teachers introduce the fundamentals of stance, posture, alignment and grip along with safety awareness and golf-specific exercises.

The Community Recreation program encourages and facilitates the introduction to golf in non-traditional environments including municipal programs, summer camps and community events. Children participating in the Callaway Golf for Kids Community Recreation programs will be introduced to golf in a fun and interactive way – in the same manner the program is conducted in schools – but in a setting unlike a school gym class.

More information on this topic is available online at www.gao.ca or bycalling 905-852-1101.

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